A complete list of everything you might need for back to school, from a mom of a 6th grader! Because my son is in 6th grade, I've gone through school supply shopping for 7 years now. Elementary schools all over pretty much need the same stuff, and lu...
A must for back to school - we buy one or two packs to give to our son's teacher!
My son prefers mechanical pencils because he doesn't have to sharpen them. We have a pack at home we bought him in 3rd grade and we still have SO MANY pencils!
BIC Mechanical Pencils 0.7 & 0.5mm, 80 Pack
A basic pair of wired headphones is required in our school district for individual laptop learning. These are really inexpensive and great quality!
Sony MDR-ZX110 Wired On-Ear Headphones
We're a Jansport family- they are a little pricey but the quality is unmatched!
JanSport Laptop Backpack, 15” Sleeve, Black
Wide Ruled notebooks are essential!
Amazon Basics Wide Ruled Spiral Notebooks, 5 Pack
If you're feeling generous, your teacher will thank you! These are the best crayons!
Crayola Crayons Bulk 24 Packs, Ages 3+
Might be good to pick up for your 6th grader, they can carry it into Junior High and High School, as well!
CATIGA Scientific Calculator with Graphic Functions
Lots of cute options for scissors!
Westcott 7-Inch Floral School Scissors for Kids 12+
I've had a lot of water bottles, and so has my son, and I really feel like this is the best option. It doesn't leak, and keeps water cool all day!
Owala FreeSip Stainless Steel Water Bottle 24oz
My son has a lunch box almost exactly like this, has had it since 1st grade (he's going into 6th), and it's still in great condition.
ONTESY Waterproof Leather Bento Lunch Bag
These Made Good snacks are some of our favorites!
MadeGood Organic Strawberry Granola Bites 5ct
My kid (and all the other kids) LOVE Joyride!
JOYRIDE Fan Favorite Variety Pack - 6-Pack
high protein and perfect to just pop into their backpacks for a quick snack!
Only Bean Crunchy Dry Roasted Edamame Sea Salt
Pick up a box for your kids teacher!
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor, 16 Ct
We buy a new pack for my son every year!
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor, 8 Ct
A timer is a great thing to have - helps with homework fatigue, can set for reading, or even household chores!
Digital Timer for Kids Classroom 2 Pack
My son picked this lunch box for school this year (6th grade, he had his previous one since 1st grade, linked above!)! It has one really big open pouch, plenty big to pack anything he'd want to take for lunch and a couple snacks!
